Showroom Sales Assistant

The Junior Showroom Sales Assistant is the first point of contact for customers visiting New York Hardware's luxury showroom. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming experience, understanding customer needs, and guiding homeowners, designers, builders, and contractors through the early stages of the selection process. The primary goal of this position is to help customers navigate our showroom, introduce product options, answer basic product questions, and assist with the initial decision-making process. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, has an eye for design, and wants to build expertise in luxury decorative hardware, learning the craftsmanship, styles, and product offerings of more than 50 premium brands from around the world. About Us: New York Hardware is a family-owned business that has been serving the design and building community for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on offering a curated selection of high-end, custom hardware from around the world, paired with a personalized, service-driven approach. Our work environment is laid-back and casual, but we take pride in what we do. We value team members who are proactive, dependable, and motivated to grow within the company. Key Responsibilities Welcome and provide sales assistance to walk-in showroom customers. Take phone calls and emails coming to the showroom for product- and order-related questions. Respond to inquiries with accurate pricing, inventory, and delivery information. Resolve customer concerns and inquiries. Customer Outreach & Business Development Make sales calls on builders, designers, architects, and other potential customers. Conduct face-to-face customer meetings and follow up via phone, email, and marketing. Showroom & Product Knowledge Update and maintain product displays and literature. Keep updated on current products and product trends. Participate in product and sales training. Team & Standards Work with other staff members to ensure great customer service from order to delivery. Back up and support other showroom and service department staff as necessary. Meet expectations for attendance and punctuality. Required Skills & Qualifications Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to manage priorities efficiently and multitask. Excellent attention to detail. Desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Desire to learn NetSuite and showroom point-of-sale systems. Comfortable using Microsoft Office. Compensation: Base hourly pay plus commission. As a full-time employee, you would be eligible for company benefits. Why Join Us: This is a great opportunity to be part of a small, tight-knit team in a unique, design-focused industry. You'll gain hands‑on experience with high‑end products and have the opportunity to grow within a long‑standing, family‑owned business. #J-18808-Ljbffr